The Cab Chat Show

Title: "Navigating the Taxi Industry: From Buying vs Renting to Future Tech" Dive into the latest in taxi industry insights, discussing whether to buy or rent your cab, the impact of tech and partnerships, and how New York's taxi scene compares to London's. This episode unpacks industry trends, vehicle choices, and the future of taxi regulation in an evolving transportation landscape. Main Topics:...

CabChat Episode 277: Exploring New Apps, Industry Insights, and Creative Campaigns In this episode, Jamie and Tom delve into the emerging taxi apps like BlackCab.com and ComCab, share insights on promoting the knowledge, and discuss industry challenges including cancellations, fleet numbers, and innovative initiatives like Cabeoke. Perfect for taxi drivers and industry enthusiasts, this episode of...

Discover the latest developments in London's taxi industry, from MaxiCab events to upcoming vehicle models and industry challenges. Jamie and Tom share firsthand experiences, industry insights, and practical wisdom for taxi drivers navigating current times. In this episode: Coverage of the MaxiCab event at Great Suffolk Street and driver reactions Insights into vehicle shortages, stock levels, and...

In this episode, Tom and Jamie take a deep dive into London road closures, regulatory crackdowns on unlicensed taxi services, innovative models like Uber's earnings strategies, and recent advances in driver licensing, including a remarkable achievement in the knowledge test. They also explore the resurgence of traditional taxi services in New York and discuss the ongoing struggle between legacy an...

In this episode of CabChat, the hosts discuss the longevity of their podcast, share personal experiences as cab drivers, and delve into the regulation of pedicabs in London. They also touch on the impact of social media on the cab driver community and the importance of maintaining professionalism. The conversation includes humorous anecdotes about passengers, the challenges of driving in London, a...

Join us in this episode as we discuss the latest developments affecting London's taxi and private hire sectors—from new congestion charges and licensing controversies to iconic landmarks and infrastructure updates. Stay informed about what's shaping the industry and how it impacts both drivers and passengers. In this episode: Warnings for taxi drivers dropping off in Smith Square amidst increased...

In this episode of Cab Chat, hosts Jamie and Tom discuss the importance of consistency in podcasting, the growth of their community, and the impact of social media on cab drivers. They explore predictions for the future of the taxi trade, including the rise of autonomous vehicles and the challenges of electric vehicles. The conversation emphasizes the need for professionalism in social media inter...

In this episode, Jamie and Tom discuss the ongoing developments in the taxi industry, including the launch of the new BlackCab.com app, the impact of competition among taxi apps, and the recent changes in driver regulations. They also delve into Sadiq Khan's new SL11 bus route and its implications for emissions standards, as well as the importance of participating in the Bank Junction consultation...

In this episode of the Cab Chat Show, Jamie and Tom discuss various topics related to the London taxi community, including their recent Pine Mash Club meet, the transition to weekly podcast episodes, the challenges faced by cab drivers, and the importance of community support. They delve into the complexities of The Knowledge, the ongoing issues with roadworks and traffic management in London, and...

Kipper season reflects the struggles of taxi drivers during winter. Cab Chat is evolving into a consistent podcast and YouTube show. The Ford Maxi cab has its pros and cons for drivers. Electric taxis face infrastructure challenges in London. The decline in taxi drivers is concerning but may stabilize. U-turn laws are ambiguous and often lead to fines. There is a potential shortage of new cabs in...

Tom explains about his experience of taking the SERU test and says that Taxi drivers really have nothing to worry about regarding the test. Jamie states that both Tom and himself are Lords and would like to be referred to as Lord Cabby and Lord Taxi! The duo discuss license renewals and the length of time that it is taking for a renewal to be proccessed. AI is discussed, different models and the w...

In this engaging episode of Cab Chat, hosts Tom Hutley and Cab Chat explore the vibrant life of a London cab driver. They delve into the challenges and joys of the profession, share personal anecdotes, and discuss the impact of social media on the cab industry. The conversation also touches on the future of autonomous vehicles and the evolving landscape of urban transportation, we also find out wh...

Taxi Apps are on the agenda this week. We talk about the demise of TaxiApp, what went wrong and why FreeNow are now owned by Lyft and how is this going to affect the Taxi trade, are they any different from Uber Gett and their charges Jump, the new kid on the block and gaining traction within the market place Blackcab due to launch in January 2026 which is the old Unify App and now owned by Cabvisi...

Welcome to Cab Chat Yes we are back In the show I introduce the New Host of The Cab Chat Show And we would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas.

Paul Byron talks about the new Jump App from TaxiWorld https://www.taxiworld.co.uk/ The new Jump App is available to drivers who have the Taxiworld credit card system https://jump.london/ If you want to find out more about the Jump App you can watch this video • Jump – The New FREE Black Cab App for… The Cab Chat Show is a podcast mainly centred around London and it’s Iconic Black Cab Trade but al...

We have Lyft Off, yes The Cab Chat Show is back with a slightly new format and we are now also on YouTube. I am gong to be having more guests on the show going forward, people from within the trade and also those who supply services to London’s Taxi Drivers. I may also revisit some of the old interviews that I did over the years and then go back and try to interview those people again to see if th...

The Cab Chat Show 10th Anniversary This week marks 10 years since we first recorded the Cab Chat Show For more details please visit our website https://cabchatshow.uk

Can the FCA prevent The Capture of a Member Owned Co-operative by it's Elected Board. A group of London Taxi Drivers tell their story For full details please visit our website https://cabchatshow.uk

The Cab Chat Show E 258 - Winging It! Hosted this week by @SuperCabby & @MacTheCab For full details please visit our website https://cabchatshow.uk

The Cab Chat Show E257 Hosted this week by @SuperCabby & @MacTheCab For full details please visit our website https://cabchatshow.uk

The Cab Chat Show E256 Hosted this week by @SuperCabby, @MacTheCab & @DropKickRic For full details please visit our website at https://cabchatshow.uk

The Cab Chat Show E255 Hosted by @SuperCabby & @MacTheCab For full details please visit our website https://cabchatshow.uk

The Cab Chat Show E254 London Sounds. Hosted by @SuperCabby & Drop Kick Rick For full details please visit our website https://cabchatshow.uk

The Cab Chat Show E253 Hosted this week by @SuperCabby & Drop Kick For full details please visit our website https://cabchatshow.uk

The Cab Chat Show E252 Hosted by @SuperCabby & @MacTheCab For full details please visit our website https://cabchatshow.uk